Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Wagamama as a Kitchen Porter in Cambridge, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This full-time role involves maintaining kitchen cleanliness and supporting food prep, offering valuable life skills and opportunities for personal growth in a lively environment. Enjoy benefits like flexible hours, free meals, and recognition programs while being part of a diverse team.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Enjoy lively environments and support others' growth.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Assist with food prep and dishwashing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately), Cambridge

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cambridge

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be perfect for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Kitchen Porter at Wagamama, you'll be essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support and ensuring smooth kitchen operations by assisting with food prep and dishwashing. This role offers valuable life skills, opportunities for personal growth, and a chance to build great friendships while delivering delicious food in the Wagamama way.

Ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Have a genuine love for fresh food; our kitchens do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

Benefits:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like the nationwide 'Love Above the Door'

Additional perks include pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.